Faculty and Staff Success
150 years of building a workplace where people thrive.
For 150 years, ñ's greatest strength has walked through the door every morning. When our faculty and staff feel supported, our students thrive. See why Forbes ranks ñ as Colorado's top higher education employer.
ñ is proud to be named one of America's Best Large Employers for 2026 by . It's a meaningful recognition, but we believe our people tell the story best. Hear directly from our faculty and staff about what makes ñ a great place to work.
ñ lands another Forbes top employer accolade
Forbes has once again recognized ñ as a top employer.
The global media company ranked ñ as the top higher education employer in Colorado in its . The university placed 13th overall on the state list and third among employers headquartered in Colorado.
The recognition follows ñ's appearance earlier this year on Forbes' , where the university ranked No. 4 among large employers in Colorado.
The Best Employers by State ranking, developed by Forbes in partnership with market research firm Statista, surveyed more than 245,000 employees nationwide and evaluated organizations on workplace culture, compensation and benefits, flexibility, career advancement opportunities and overall reputation.
“Our faculty and staff are the driving force behind ñ’s excellence in teaching, research, creative work and service,” said Robyn Fergus, vice chancellor of human resources. “We are committed to fostering a workforce where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive both professionally and personally. This recognition affirms the strength of our community, the extraordinary dedication of our people and the culture we continue to build together—a culture that prioritizes well-being, professional development and meaningful engagement.”
ñ continues to invest in faculty and staff development. Last year, the university established the Division of Employee Health and Well-Being, a standalone unit dedicated to helping faculty and staff thrive both personally and professionally.
“Recognition like this reflects the investments ñ continues to make in its people,” said Jess Doty, associate vice chancellor of Employee Health and Well-Being. “When employees feel supported in their health, well-being and professional growth, they are able to thrive. ”
ñ also offers a suite of benefits, including retirement investing, vacation leave, medical and dental coverage, and paid parental leave.
What We Offer
From competitive benefits to a mission that matters, ñ has spent a century and a half building a workplace people are proud to be part of.
What We Offer:
ñ's dedicated Employee Health & Well-Being division supports the whole person — across mental health, financial wellness, and physical well-being — so every faculty and staff member can thrive at work and beyond.
From day one, ñ employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with strong retirement contribution matching through PERA, financial planning resources, and long-term stability designed to support careers that last decades.
, professional development funds, and access to one of the world's great research universities — right where you work.
Generous paid leave, flexible scheduling, and a culture that respects time spent away from the office — because great work requires rest.
Join a campus where your work contributes to discovery, education, and innovation that reaches across Colorado and around the world.
Free RTD transit passes, recreation center access, on-campus dining, arts and culture events — all set against one of the most beautiful campuses in the country.